Garnett, Kansas
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27miles West of Garnett
John Redmond Reservoir lies in a broad flat valley with margins of the gently rolling Flint Hills -- a bluestem grass region of natural scenic beauty. The 59-mile shoreline around the 9,400... continue
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Prairie Spirit Trail
Prairie Spirit TrailThe Prairie Spirit Trail offers biking and hiking enthusiasts, runners, bird watchers and nature lovers a new Kansas outdoor adventure. From Ottawa to Iola, the Prairie Spirit Trail encompasses 50 miles of trail.
Garnett, KS Trails
Santa Fe Depot
tThe Santa Fe Depot was renovated in 1996 and serves as a tourist information center and resting place for The Spirit Trail users. The are picnic facilities, restrooms, concession area (vending machines), and trail lounge.
Garnett, KS Railroad History
Lake Garnett
Constructed by Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930's, Lake Garnett has a surface area of over 55 acres. The lake provides camping facilities, electric and water hookups, and a sanitary dump station. Camping, permits are required and game fish are stocked in Garnett'
Garnett, KS Recreation
Anderson County Historical Society Museum
The Anderson County Historical Society acquired the Longfellow School building in 1993 which was originally built in 1885. When a fire destroyed the school in 1924
Garnett, KS Museums
Harris House
Built in 1888 by Peter Brandt, the Victorian style house was donated to the Anderson County Historical Society by the Dr. C. B. Harris family. Refurbished in 1986
Garnett, KS Famous Homes
Things to do near Garnett, KS
Emanuel Haldeman-Julius Home
Emanuel Haldeman lived at this farm home with his family beginning in 1918. The home is listed on the Kansas State Registe...
Cedar Valley Reservoir
3.5 miles west of Garnett, offers a recreational experience of rugged beauty. This new reservoir is a skiing, fishing, and ca...
Oswego Fishing
Oswego Dam Located on the Neosho River at the north end of town, the dam is easily accessible and known for its wide varie...